Research Scientist

About Symbotic

With its A.I.

-powered robotic technology platform, Symbotic is changing the way consumer goods move through the supply chain. Intelligent software orchestrates advanced robots in a high-density, end-to-end system – reinventing warehouse automation for increased efficiency, speed and flexibility.

We are seeking a highly analytical and practical engineer to model and evaluate complex, real-world systems. This role focuses on translating physical system behavior—throughput, flow, and constraints—into simple, actionable mathematical models that inform product design, site configuration, and customer solutions. It is a role that blends engineering with on-site observation and decision-useful modeling.

• Build mathematical models to estimate system throughput, capacity, and performance (e.g., cases/hour, cycle times, asset utilization).
• Translate on-site observations into structured models (timing operations, identifying constraints, estimating flow).
• Support customer solutioning and pre-sales by sizing systems and validating assumptions.
• Collaborate with leadership to pressure-test system design in real time.
• Bridge intuitive reasoning with structured modeling (back-of-the-envelope → scalable frameworks).
• Identify system bottlenecks (congestion, latency, resource constraints).
• Develop simple tools or templates to help teams consistently model and size systems.
• Clearly communicate outputs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Background in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or similar. PhD preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in manufacturing, automation, or logistics environments.
• Proficiency in throughput, capacity, or flow modeling.
• Strong intuition for cycle times, bottlenecks, and system constraints; familiarity with queueing or congestion concepts.
• Ability to build models from first principles using imperfect or limited data.
• Experience with Python, Excel, or simulation tools is helpful but not required.
• Excellent communication skills; able to explain complex ideas simply and present to leadership and customers.

Up to 30% travel to customer sites and manufacturing locations may be required. Employees must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel as needed. The employee is responsible for owning a credit card and managing expenses to be reimbursed on a biweekly basis.

The base range for this position in the posted location is $ – $. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, 401(k), PTO and other benefits.

Symbotic is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.